Tuffy Gosewisch
Born: 8/17/1983 in Freeport, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-08-01 | Final Game: 2017-05-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: James Benjamin Gosewisch
Biography
Tuffy Gosewisch was a professional baseball player born in 1983, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2017. Known for his resilience and determination, Gosewisch's career spanned parts of five seasons, during which he appeared in 137 games. He finished his career with a batting average of .19, accumulating 80 hits, 5 home runs, and 30 RBIs. Gosewisch also showcased his speed on the bases, recording 2 stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Gosewisch's major league debut came during an era marked by a significant focus on advanced analytics and player performance metrics. While he may not have achieved the statistical prominence of some contemporaries, his contributions to his teams were characterized by a strong work ethic and a commitment to the game. His career serves as a reminder of the countless players who strive to make their mark in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 137 | 420 | 25 | 80 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 30 | 2 | 19 | 91 | 0.190 | 0.228 | 0.271 | 0.499 | -1493.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | AZ | NL | 14 | 45 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.178 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | AZ | NL | 41 | 129 | 6 | 29 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 0.225 | -474.4 |
| 2015 | AZ | NL | 38 | 128 | 9 | 27 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 8 | 23 | 0.211 | -539.4 |
| 2016 | AZ | NL | 33 | 90 | 8 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 22 | 0.156 | -480.2 |
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 11 | 28 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 126 | 111 | 900 | 65 | 4 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | ARI | C | 13 | 11 | 87 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 | ARI | C | 35 | 31 | 241 | 18 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | ARI | C | 37 | 34 | 256 | 24 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | ARI | C | 31 | 27 | 241 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | SEA | C | 10 | 8 | 75 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | SEA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 126 |
| First Base | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | ARI | NL | $514,500 |
| 2014 | ARI | NL | $502,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,016,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |